Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
PTEN Gene Cowden Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل جين PTEN لمتلازمة كاودن من النوع الأول بتقنية التسلسل الجيني NGS في الإمارات | 2800 درهم | إرشادات هيئة الصحة بدبي 2026
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity
ISO 9001:2015 accredited processing; full NGS depth ensuring no mutation missed.
Hospital-Grade Home Collection
VIP mobile phlebotomy with ISO-certified cold-chain transport, 8 AM – 11 PM.
Post-Test Clinical Guidance
Telephonic interpretation by oncology-savvy genetic counsellors included.
Direct Insurance Billing
Verify your coverage instantly via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
نضمن دقة تشخيصية بنسبة 99.9% من خلال معالجتنا المعتمدة بمعيار ISO 9001:2015، مع خدمة سحب الدم المنزلي على مدار الساعة، وإرشادات هاتفية بعد النتائج، والتحقق المباشر من تغطية التأمين عبر واتساب.
Overview of the Test
This advanced NGS-based test comprehensively screens the complete coding sequence of the PTEN gene, detecting germline mutations responsible for Cowden syndrome (CWS1) – a hereditary cancer predisposition disorder. يُستخدم هذا التحليل الجيني الشامل لتحديد الطفرات الموروثة في جين PTEN التي تزيد خطر الإصابة بأنواع محددة من السرطان، ويوفر أساسًا لاستراتيجيات الوقاية والمراقبة.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS Panel) | Sanger Sequencing (Alternative) |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Next Generation Sequencing – ultra-high depth | Sanger sequencing of selected exons |
| Coverage | Entire PTEN gene including intron-exon boundaries, CNV detection | Limited to a few hotspot regions |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks | 2–4 Weeks (but often requires multiple rounds) |
| Sensitivity | >99.9% diagnostic sensitivity | ~95% for targeted regions |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
"As an oncologist, I emphasize that a positive PTEN mutation result indicates elevated lifetime cancer risk, not a current cancer diagnosis; clinical correlation through physical exam and family history is essential. This test empowers proactive surveillance and risk-reduction strategies, but all medical decisions should be made jointly with your specialist. Please never stop prescribed medications or start new interventions based solely on genetic findings without consulting your doctor."
— Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, DHA License No. 61713011
⚠️ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Genetic results may influence treatment choices, but abrupt changes can be dangerous.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusions: Individuals under 18 years must be accompanied by a legal guardian as per UAE CDS Law 2026 (Minors); active high fever or severe bleeding disorder – reschedule after stabilization.
- Red Flags – Seek Immediate Medical Attention: If you develop sudden swelling, intense pain, or signs of infection at the blood draw site; if your result reveals a pathogenic PTEN mutation, contact an oncologist urgently to arrange screening mammography, thyroid exam, and colonoscopy.
- Data Privacy: Your genomic data is handled under UAE PDPL and Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024, Art. 87 – not shared without explicit consent.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is this PTEN gene test and who should consider it?
This test identifies inherited PTEN mutations causing Cowden syndrome, a hereditary cancer syndrome warranting testing for individuals with multiple benign tumors or strong family cancers. يكشف هذا الاختبار الطفرات الوراثية في جين PTEN المسببة لمتلازمة كاودن، وهو مناسب للأشخاص الذين لديهم أورام حميدة متعددة أو تاريخ عائلي قوي للإصابة بالسرطان.
2. How is the test performed and what is the turnaround time?
A small blood sample or fingertip FTA card is collected by a certified phlebotomist at your home, and results are typically delivered in 3 to 4 weeks through our secure portal. يتم سحب عينة دم صغيرة أو بقعة دم على بطاقة FTA بواسطة فني معتمد في منزلك، وتصدر النتائج خلال 3 إلى 4 أسابيع عبر بوابتنا الآمنة.
3. Does insurance cover this in the UAE?
Most UAE insurers cover genetic testing for hereditary cancer syndromes when medically necessary; our billing team verifies your entitlement via WhatsApp before collection. تغطي معظم شركات التأمين في الإمارات الفحص الوراثي لمتلازمات السرطان الوراثية عند الضرورة الطبية؛ ويتحقق فريقنا من استحقاقك عبر واتساب قبل السحب.
Supported by ISO 9001:2015 Certification (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) | Facility License: 9834453
Fully compliant with UAE Healthcare Laws, Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024, CDS Law 2026 (Minors), and UAE PDPL.
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توقف عن التخمين. أرسل صورة من بطاقة التأمين ووصفة الطبيب إلى فريق التحقق المعتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي عبر الواتساب. احصل على تحديث الحالة في دقائق.
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